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Car rental rates at Gisborne Airport

Gisborne Airport (GIS) is a regional airport on the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island, about an hour flight from Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau.


Getting on the road at Gisborne Airport is easy with VroomVroomVroom. By using our easy to use search to find a competitive car hire rate from our selection of well respected car hire provider, you can book your car in as little as a couple of minutes.

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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 11, 2026 by a New Zealand resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.

Rates are in NZD and were last updated on 11 September, 2026

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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think

Our customers have rated their Gisborne Airport car rental booking experience 4.6/5
(30 reviews)
  • 01 Sep 2026

    Always straight forward and easy to find the best deal. Customer service and support have been great too.

    troy b.
    Booked: Kia Seltos or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Kia Seltos or similar
  • 29 Jun 2026

    Vroom is a brilliant website

    perry l.
    Booked: Mazda 3 or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Mazda 3 or similar
  • 14 Aug 2026

    Intuitive site design; succinct summary of rental options (rather than hundreds I had to wade through myself), ordered sensibly (i.e. by price from lowest to highest); easy drop down menus. Would have been nice to be able to know a but more about the "mystery" options (the cars under the tarpaulins). But I suppose that would spoil the mystery!

    carl m.
    Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similar
    Auckland Downtown
    Mazda CX-30 or similar
  • 09 Jun 2026

    Good

    jarrod b.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
  • 21 Aug 2026

    So easy, thanks guys for taking away that one little stressor

    allison b.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similar
    Queenstown Airport
    Mitsubishi ASX or similar
  • 07 Sep 2026

    Quick

    jessica d.
    Booked: Kia Stonic or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Kia Stonic or similar
  • 29 May 2026

    Good

    patrick s.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
    Auckland International Airport
    Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
  • 16 Aug 2026

    Awesome Work

    tangimeimoana t.
    Booked: Ford Everest or similar
    Auckland Domestic Airport Shuttle
    Ford Everest or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Gisborne Airport

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Commercial Van/Truck, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV.
🔑 No. of depotsFive car rental depots at Gisborne Airport.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available at Gisborne Airport

Kia vehicles for hire at Gisborne Airport

  • Kia Cerato Hatch

    Kia Cerato Hatch

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Kia Niro Hybrid

    Kia Niro HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Niro Hybrid (G2)

    Kia Niro Hybrid (G2)Hybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Kia Seltos

    Kia Seltos

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Seltos (G)

    Kia Seltos (G)

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Sportage (J6)

    Kia Sportage (J6)

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Stonic (D)

    Kia Stonic (D)

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

Mazda vehicles for hire at Gisborne Airport

  • Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire at Gisborne Airport

  • Mitsubishi Outlander

    Mitsubishi Outlander

    5

    5

    5 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mitsubishi Outlander (I)

    Mitsubishi Outlander (I)

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

Suzuki vehicles for hire at Gisborne Airport

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Thrifty, Hertz

  • Suzuki Swift (B2)

    Suzuki Swift (B2)

    5

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

Toyota vehicles for hire at Gisborne Airport

  • Toyota Camry

    Toyota Camry

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid

    4

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • Toyota Corolla Hybrid (D2)

    Toyota Corolla Hybrid (D2)Hybrid

    4

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Toyota Kluger Hybrid

    Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid

    7

    5

    4 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Kluger Hybrid (H2)

    Toyota Kluger Hybrid (H2)Hybrid

    7

    4

    4 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Toyota RAV-4 Hybrid

    Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota RAV-4 Hybrid (J2)

    Toyota RAV-4 Hybrid (J2)Hybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

Other vehicles for hire at Gisborne Airport

  • 12 Seat Bus

    12 Seat Bus

    12

    4

    12 large

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • 12 Seat Bus (X)

    12 Seat Bus (X)

    12

    2

    12 large

    Providers

    Hertz

  • 17-19 CU Meter Tail Lift Truck

    17-19 CU Meter Tail Lift Truck

    2

    2

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy

    Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy (U4)

    Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy (U4)

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

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“Or similar” refers to how our rental providers classify cars. Please be advised they cannot guarantee that a specific car model will be available. Partners categorise similar models into “vehicle groups” and confirm availability on this basis. Our team are available to contact the depot on your behalf where you are picking up your vehicle to enquire what models are available under the vehicle group you booked. Please contact customer support for further information.

Vehicle models are subject to provider availability

Gisborne Airport daily rate data

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Sep

$68

$124

Sat

12 Sep

$68

$118

Sun

13 Sep

$91

$118

Mon

14 Sep

$83

$148

Tue

15 Sep

$97

$148

Wed

16 Sep

$90

$148

Thu

17 Sep

$91

$148

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Sep

$128

$207

Sat

12 Sep

$102

$161

Sun

13 Sep

$102

$121

Mon

14 Sep

$94

$161

Tue

15 Sep

$109

$161

Wed

16 Sep

$101

$161

Thu

17 Sep

$102

$161

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Sep

$133

$230

Sat

12 Sep

$128

$188

Sun

13 Sep

$128

$139

Mon

14 Sep

$106

$188

Tue

15 Sep

$128

$188

Wed

16 Sep

$106

$188

Thu

17 Sep

$114

$188

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Sep

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Sat

12 Sep

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Sun

13 Sep

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Mon

14 Sep

$171

$220

Tue

15 Sep

$203

$220

Wed

16 Sep

$180

$220

Thu

17 Sep

$203

$220

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Sep

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Sat

12 Sep

$230

$250

Sun

13 Sep

$230

$250

Mon

14 Sep

$184

$250

Tue

15 Sep

$230

$250

Wed

16 Sep

$195

$250

Thu

17 Sep

$230

$250

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Historical daily rate pricing information is data from actual bookings made using our search engine in the previous 12 months.

Next 7 days rates are obtained from searches in our reservation system for a 3 day rental duration, by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am on the indicated pick up date. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice.

Prices are in NZD and include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.

While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.

Rates are in NZD and were last updated on 11 September, 2026

How do I pick up a rental car at Gisborne Airport?

There is one terminal and a selection of on-site car rental brands to choose from Gisborne Airport.

Gisborne Airport terminal

  • Gisborne Airport Terminal

    Gisborne airport is a small regional domestic airport with a single terminal and serves flights by Air New Zealand and Sunair. Destinations include Auckland and Wellington.

Pick up instructions

  • Is your rental company desk on-airport or off-airport?

    Domestic Terminal

    On airport
    The on-airport hire car desks at Gisborne airport are located inside the terminal.

  • Finalise your rental agreement and collect keys

    Once you are at the hire car company desk, you’ll need to finalise your rental agreement and collect your vehicle keys.

  • Head to the designated car park to pick up your car

    Domestic Terminal

    On airport
    The on-airport hire cars are parked outside the terminal.

  • What should I do if the desk is unattended?

    Hopefully the car rental company has left a sign with instructions or a contact number. In this situation, use the number they have provided and let them know that you have arrived or follow the directions out to the car park where a rental attendant will help you.

    If there is no sign, check your booking confirmation email for a contact phone number.

    If you still have no luck finding assistance, contact us. Don’t be alarmed. It’s not unusual to see unmanned desks, and rest assured there’s usually someone who can help out in the car park where the rental cars are located.

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Returning a hire car at Gisborne Airport

  • Domestic Terminal

    You will need to drop off your hire car at the same location as the rental car pickup area.

Car rental depots at Gisborne Airport

Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.

  • Avis Gisborne Airport

    Avis Gisborne Airport

    N/A

    Terminal Building (North Island)

    Mon–Fri 08:30–17:00, Sat 09:00–10:30, Sun 10:30–12:00
  • Budget Gisborne Airport

    Budget Gisborne Airport

    5.0 (4)

    Terminal Building

    Mon–Fri 08:30–17:00, Sat 09:00–10:30, Sun 10:30–12:00
  • Dollar Gisborne Airport

    Dollar Gisborne Airport

    N/A

    Aerodrome Rd, Gisborne

    Mon–Fri 08:00–20:30, Sat 08:00–18:00, Sun 08:00–20:30
  • Hertz Gisborne Airport

    Hertz Gisborne Airport

    4.9 (3)

    Aerodrome Rd, Gisborne

    Mon–Fri 08:00–20:30, Sat 08:00–18:00, Sun 08:00–20:30
  • Thrifty Gisborne Airport

    Thrifty Gisborne Airport

    N/A

    Aerodrome Rd, Gisborne

    Mon–Fri 08:00–20:30, Sat 08:00–18:00, Sun 08:00–20:30

Nearby Gisborne Airport

Organising to pick up your hire car from the airport is great for convenience, but can cost more. If you’re looking for a rental car depot that is close to — but not at — Gisborne Airport, here’s a selection of hire car depots to choose from.

Info. Approximate distance calculated from Gisborne Airport

Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car at Gisborne Airport

  • How much does it cost to hire a car at Gisborne Airport?

    For a rental period from 12 September to 15 September 2026, prices range from NZD $68 per day for an Economy Car to NZD $188 per day for an Intermediate SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle at Gisborne Airport.

  • What is the cheapest car rental at Gisborne Airport?

    The cheapest car rental at Gisborne Airport for the rental period from 12 September to 15 September 2026 is a Suzuki Swift or similar from Budget costing NZD $68 per day. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.

  • What is the best way to rent a cheap car at Gisborne Airport?

    Based on our data from over 17,500 rental car bookings at Gisborne Airport over the last 12 months, booking your hire car 12 days beforehand can save you over 22 per cent.

  • How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover at Gisborne Airport?

    The price of a minivan hired at Gisborne Airport from 14 September to 21 September 2026 ranges from NZD $171 to NZD $200 per day before any added extras. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental at Gisborne Airport.

  • What is the highest-rated hire car at Gisborne Airport?

    The highest-rated rental car at Gisborne Airport is Toyota Yaris or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

  • What is the best car rental company at Gisborne Airport?

    Budget is our highest-rated car hire provider at Gisborne Airport, scoring an average rating of 5 out of 5 based on actual bookings by our customers.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company at Gisborne Airport?

    Budget is the cheapest car rental company at Gisborne Airport, with rates from NZD $68 per day based on our rolling weekly search data. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from New Zealand’s most respected rental car providers.

  • Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at Gisborne Airport?

    The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available at Gisborne Airport may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.

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